How to simplify 87/71?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 87/71, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 87/71

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 87 and 71: GCD(87, 71) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 87/1 = 87
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 71/1 = 71
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 87/71

The final result is: 87 71 = 87 71

Since the GCD is equal to 1, the fraction was already in its simplest form and couldn't be further reduced.